Obituaries

RECENT OBITUARIES

LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.

Ronald Joseph Monty

Ronald Joseph Monty

April 29, 2026

Ronald Joseph Monty, 81, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully in his home in Tijeras, NM, on April 29, 2026. Ron was born on April 13, 1945, in East Hartford, Conn. He was preceded in death by his parents Harold and Anne Monty and his brother, Harold Monty Jr.

Ron proudly served his country in the United States...

Isabel Francine Bonnet

Isabel Francine Bonnet

April 29, 2026

Isabel Francine Bonnet of Albuquerque, NM passed away at home on the evening of April 29, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. Isabel was the youngest of 10 siblings born to Laura and Felipe Martinez of Tierra Amarilla, NM.

On Armed Forces Day 1954, Isabel met Frank Bonnet, a young 2nd Lieutenant on his first assignment in the U.S....

Robert Edward Ashe

Robert Edward Ashe

April 28, 2026

On April 28, 2026, St. Peter sat down along with Archangels Gabriel and Michael to go over the Holy Scrolls to see who would be called home. On this day Robert Edward Ashe was called home to be with his Mother, Grandparents, and family, including his brothers and sisters who he served with in the United States Army.

Bob was...

Charles Edward Whitworth

Charles Edward Whitworth

April 28, 2026

Charles Edward "Ed" Whitworth, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and proud veteran, passed away, united in spirit with his cherished wife, Dianne, whom he loved for 62 years. He followed her just over a year after her passing-a reflection of a love that endured beyond time. 

Ed and Dianne's marriage was defined by love, humor, devotion, and unwavering sacrifice, a...

Gwendolyn Gladell Green

Gwendolyn Gladell Green

April 28, 2026

Gwendolyn Davis Green, age 87, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2026 after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Although Gwen passed in Albuquerque, New Mexico, her heart was in West Texas where she was born on March 4, 1939 in Rockwall, Texas.Forged by the time and place of her birth, Gwen had a grit common among those who experienced the...

Athanasios "Tom" Gavrielides, PhD

Athanasios "Tom" Gavrielides, PhD

April 28, 2026

"Memory Eternal"

It is with great sadness that we share that Athanasios "Tom" Gavrielides fell asleep in the Lord on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the age of 83.

Tom was born on March 25, 1943, in Thessaloniki, Greece, to Theofanis and Ekaterini Gavrielides (Papageorgiou). At the age of 18, he left his family and friends to come to the United States...

Renee Bustamante

Renee Bustamante

April 27, 2026

Renee Bustamante, 89, San Salvador, El Salvador, passed away on April 27, 2026 in Albuquerque, NM.

Renee was a beautiful soul and loved her family. She was a devoted catholic. She cherished her family especially her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom she had a special love for and adored them all.

Renee is survived by her sons Jose Bustamante and Luis Bustamante,...

Genevieve Loretta Danto (née Sakals)

Genevieve Loretta Danto (née Sakals)

April 26, 2026

Genevieve Danto passed away in Albuquerque at the age of 99. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Julius Danto and loving mother of the late Carol and of Dr. Susan Danto. Fondly remembered by friends in Vancouver, Scottsdale, and beyond.Burial to take place at the National Cemetery in Santa  Fe, NM.

She lived, she laughed, she loved, she left.

Ren'ee Dalton-Torres

Ren'ee Dalton-Torres

April 26, 2026

Ren'ee Dalton-Torres

Ren'ee Torres, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, April 26th, 2026 in Rio Rancho, NM at the age of 66. Born on June 8th, 1959 in Roswell, NM to Inez Looney and Kenneth Dalton. She was known for her kindness, love for her family, and devotion to her faith.

Mother to everyone,...

Charles Howard Kalm

Charles Howard Kalm

April 26, 2026

Charles "Charley" Howard Kalm, of Albuquerque, was born on February 4, 1982 in Clayton, Union County, New Mexico. He graduated from Sandia High School and attended the University of New Mexico where he majored in German Studies and Philosophy. He also obtained a Masters in Philosophy, and received his law degree from UNM School of Law and practiced law from...

Theodore Frank Hamby

Theodore Frank Hamby

April 26, 2026

Theodore "Ted" Frank Hamby passed away on April 26, 2026, after a life marked by service, hard work, generosity, and a deep love for his family and friends.

Born on December 7, 1939, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Ted was the son of Evelyn Estelle Reynolds and Raymond Patterson Hamby. He remained deeply connected to New Mexico throughout his life and graduated...

Paciano Antonio Jose Trujillo

Paciano Antonio Jose Trujillo

April 26, 2026

Paciano Antonio Trujillo, 92, of Cleveland, NM went home to be with our Lord on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Paciano passed away at the same home where he was born on March 9, 1934, by the grace of our Lord.

Paciano was known to many as "Chano" and was loved for his gentle spirit, generosity, and love of his family,...

Max Arthur Sklower

Max Arthur Sklower

April 25, 2026

Max Arthur Sklower, 98, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on April 25, 2026.

Max was born on December 24, 1927, to Rose and Emanuel Sklower, and grew up in Malta, Montana. Max always spoke fondly of his childhood years, which he spent living with his parents and sister in a hotel that was operated by his parents. Max...

Delia Casas Galvan

Delia Casas Galvan

April 25, 2026

In loving memory of Delia C. Galvan.

Delia C. Galvan was born in 1933 and was called home on April 25, 2026, in Rio Rancho. Delia lived a life defined by intelligence, dedication, kindness, and quiet strength. She leaves behind a legacy that will continue through her family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Delia spent...

Vern Louis Raburn

Vern Louis Raburn

April 25, 2026

Photo: James Stolzenbach / Living Legends of AviationRemembering Eclipse Aviation founder Vern Raburn

Very Light Jet visionary and pioneer Vern Raburn passed at 75 years old on Saturday evening April 25th, 2026 in Albuquerque, NM. Family, friends and former colleagues remember him as an innovator who embraced entrepreneurial risk in his business ventures, rather than running from it.

 Raburn founded Eclipse Aviation in...

Colin Bernard Castello

Colin Bernard Castello

April 25, 2026

Colin Bernard Castello entered this world on March 6, 1987, three minutes before his twin brother, Max, and the day before Nathan's ninth birthday, his older brother. Tom and Brenda Castello are in awe of their three sons and the blessings that flowed from their sons' lives. Despite the newfound space and passage of time, the unique twin bond between...

Paityn Sophia Sustaita

Paityn Sophia Sustaita

April 24, 2026

Paityn Sophia Sustaita, age 12. A beloved daughter and sister.

Paityn was born on March 14, 2014, in Albuquerque, NM to Adriana Aragon and Sammy Sustaita. Paityn is survived by her mother, Adriana, and brother, Sammy Sustaita Jr.Our baby girl was called to Heaven on April 24, 2026, leaving behind cherished grandparents, step-father, step-brother, aunts, uncles, cousins, and a wide circle...

Ernest Lopez Martinez Jr

Ernest Lopez Martinez Jr

April 22, 2026

Ernest Lopez Martinez Jr.

April 2, 1943 - April 22, 2026

Lubbock, Texas • Dublin, Ohio • Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Ernest Lopez Martinez Jr., known to those who loved him as "Ernest" - and to many simply as "Neto" - passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026, surrounded by family. He was 83 years old - and every one of those years was...

Herbert Gerald Webb

Herbert Gerald Webb

April 22, 2026

Herbert Gerald Webb, a distinguished professional engineer, Captain in the army corps of engineers, and devoted family man, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026, at the age of 92.

Born in 1934, Herb's life was marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence and service. He was a proud alumnus of Kansas State University, where he earned his bachelor's degree in...

Charles Thomas Culbreth

Charles Thomas Culbreth

April 21, 2026

Charles Thomas Culbreth passed away leaving behind a profound legacy of family, adventure, and love. A proud veteran, he served eight years in the U.S. Army before beginning a distinguished career with the Santa Fe Railroad, where he retired after 34 and 1/2 years of loyal service. He loved recounting his days with countless stories of the camaraderie, challenges,and history...